James Worrall

Partner

T: 01225 730 170 (DDI)
T: 01225 730 100
E: james.worrall@roydswithyking.com

James is a partner in the firm’s Corporate & Commercial team, specialising in mergers and acquisitions, corporate structures and group reorganisations (including demergers) and exit strategy. James is recognised in the Legal 500 2017 as a Next Generation Lawyer and in Chambers and Partners 2018 as an Associate to Watch.

About James

Having joined the firm in 2010, James acts for UK and international corporates and business owners, frequently advising on domestic and cross-border transactions.

James is particularly active for clients in the financial services, technology and sports sectors.

Recent transactions that James has advised on include:

the sale of Higos Holdings Limited to Global Risk Partners
the sale of Applicable Limited to Arkadin SAS, an NTT Communications company
the acquisition of MoneyWise IFA by Fidelius Financial Holdings
the restructuring of Socomec SAS’ UK group
the sale of Prob-solve Solutions Group Limited to SMS Systems Maintenance Inc.
the takeover of Bath City Football Club by Bath City Supporters Society
the circa £90m sale of Gold Care Holdings Limited to an overseas real estate investor
the sale of Avon Plywood Limited to Sydenhams Ltd
the sale of Frontline Display Holdings Limited to The Big Group Limited
the sale of Alcolock GB Ltd to Isotrak Group
the sale of Bristol Forklifts Ltd to Red Diamond Distribution Limited.

Awards

James advised the sellers of The Woods Group Limited on its sale to Concertare Partners, a deal which won the Small Deal of the Year award at 2014’s Insider South West Dealmakers Awards.

The constantly evolving nature of the commercial pressures facing clients ensures that no two situations are ever the same. Being a corporate and commercial lawyer is about assisting clients with the issues that their organisations face and offering practical, pragmatic advice. It is essential to understand not only the legal implications, but also the commercial background and then to tailor a solution which meets the client’s immediate needs and is also in line with their long-term strategy.

James Worrall

Opinion [4]

Management buyouts: a management team’s perspective

28 February 2019

A client recently commented that the posturing (or as some might say strategic negotiation) going on between the UK government and the European Union at the moment reminded him of the negotiation (or some would say strategic posturing) he witnessed during the negotiation of a management buyout (MBO) a few years ago. On the surface both parties were extolling the virtues of quickly coming to an acceptable, profitable and commercially viable agreement. Behind the scenes however, each party was working hard to gain small but potentially significant concessions in order to tilt the balance of the transaction paperwork and terms in its favour.

Formula 1 – The race against Brexit

The potential consequences of a no-deal Brexit have been making headlines across many sectors for a while; this month sees new voices added to the concerned chorus – those of F1 team bosses.

Brexit White Paper – “a real blow for the UK’s financial and related professional services sector”?

13 July 2018

The Government’s proposals for the new financial services arrangements between the UK and the EU post-Brexit, detailed in yesterday’s White Paper, have been roundly criticised by key figures within the industry. Policy chairman of the City of London Corporation Catherine McGuinness has labelled the proposals “a real blow for the UK’s financial and related professional services sector” and warned of the impact on job creation and growth in the wider economy that would result if it forms the basis of the final deal.

European Banking Authority warns preparations for a no-deal Brexit by financial institutions are inadequate

3 July 2018

The European Banking Authority (“EBA”) has published an opinion in response to the current status of the Brexit negotiations. The opinion cites significant concerns regarding the preparation of financial institutions that will be affected by Brexit, particularly the impact of the potential loss of passporting rights, and highlights the potential for disruption if financial institutions are not adequately prepared for a no-deal Brexit.

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News [4]

Royds Withy King advise on merger creating £450m AUM financial services group

10 January 2019

The Corporate team at Royds Withy King in Bath has advised on the merger between two financial services firms which creates a full service wealth proposition with £450m of assets under management.

Victory as Royds Withy King gets Bristol Forklifts sale over the finish line

12 July 2018

A vintage F1 champion and his business partner have sold their Bristol-based company to a key supplier with support from the Corporate team at UK Top 100 law firm Royds Withy King. Serial entrepreneur Julian Bronson, who has won the …

Royds Withy King shortlisted for Corporate Law Firm of the Year Award

21 May 2018

Royds Withy King has been shortlisted for Corporate Law Firm of the Year at the South West Insider Dealmakers Awards 2018.

Royds Withy King advises on MBO at homewares distribution company – and secures new owner for Wesco distribution arm in Bath

17 May 2018

The Corporate team at law firm Royds Withy King in Bath has advised on the management buyout of kitchen and furniture fitting and accessories provider LDL Components Ltd and on the subsequent acquisition of its Wesco product distribution business, for …

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Case Studies [3]

Royds Withy King advises on MBO at homewares distribution company – and secures new owner for Wesco distribution arm in Bath

The Corporate team at law firm Royds Withy King in Bath has advised on the management buyout of kitchen and furniture fitting and accessories provider LDL Components Ltd and on the subsequent acquisition of its Wesco product distribution business, for …

Royds Withy King act on management buyout deal

1 July 2014

A family-owned business based in Chippenham has been sold to its management team with help from professional advisers at Royds Withy King and Baker Tilly. The Woods Group, which provides fund-raising fulfilment services to charities and has an annual turnover …

Smart share buy-back deal secures growth

2 May 2012

Royds Withy King’s Corporate team has been advising Virtua UK Ltd, a Wiltshire-based mobile telecoms consultancy company, ever since helping in relation to a management share buy-back deal that allowed it to expand its operation and increase its investment and …

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About James

Recent transactions that James has advised on include:

Awards

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Management buyouts: a management team’s perspective

Formula 1 – The race against Brexit

Brexit White Paper – “a real blow for the UK’s financial and related professional services sector”?

European Banking Authority warns preparations for a no-deal Brexit by financial institutions are inadequate

Royds Withy King advise on merger creating £450m AUM financial services group

Victory as Royds Withy King gets Bristol Forklifts sale over the finish line

Royds Withy King shortlisted for Corporate Law Firm of the Year Award

Royds Withy King advises on MBO at homewares distribution company – and secures new owner for Wesco distribution arm in Bath

Royds Withy King advises on MBO at homewares distribution company – and secures new owner for Wesco distribution arm in Bath

Royds Withy King act on management buyout deal

Smart share buy-back deal secures growth

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